Fight Manju Fight Answers

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D. A. V.

Public School
19, Sitaram Nagar, Velachery, Chennai 42

ANSWER KEY
ENGLISH LITERATURE BOOK
CHAPTER 4: FIGHT, MANJU FIGHT!
1.
A.1. Her younger brother, Amol
2.’impish’ means mischievous.
3.Manjula asked for some extra money.

B. 1.Manjula’s mother gifted her the water colours on her birthday.


2. ‘Overwhelmed’ means overcome by emotions.
3. She was overwhelmed because she got all that she desired for.

C.1. ‘urged’ means requested , implored


2. She got three watercolor brushes under her pillow tied in pink ribbon.
3. Manjula was forced to read the chit kept by Amol in the gift box. He forced her as he wanted her to
reach the final target in the treasure hunt game.

D.1. Manjula’s father was going to Mumbai the next week.


2. ‘Sagged’ means sunk, drooped and slumped.
3. Amol wanted Manjula to paint as she was a good painter.

E.1. The problem is buying water colour papers for Manjula.


2. ‘Pacifying ‘ means to calm, to soothe
3. Father talks about the problems at home which need immediate attention like the high price of
petrol, the high price of vegetables, buying a new pair of shoes for Amol, changing the curtains and
buying a new saree for Smita.So he feels there is no need to waste money on buying the colour papers
for Manjula for painting.
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2.
1.Manju heard her father telling her mother that watercolour paper is just the beginning. She would
keep listing things one after the other and it would be endless.He also commented as to why she is
wasting time in painting and not trying something useful.

2. Manjula’s younger brother, Amol, was a very matured but mischievous young lad.He disliked the
word ‘Homework’. He was a very affectionate, caring, understanding, brave and motivating young
brother. He motivated Manjula to take part in the painting competition.

3.The story talks about positive thinking and motivation. Hurdles are part of life and one must not
worry about them but proceed fearlessly and succeed.

3.
INFORMAL LETTER WRITING
Sender’s address
Date
Salutation
Paragraph 1 general enquiry about friend’s health and others at home.
Paragraph 2
- Life is a bed of roses with thorns in it. Do you agree?
-Yes, we should not be afraid of hurdles in our life.
-Life must go on.
-One should be brave and strong with a positive attitude to reach the goal.
-Even if we lose we must not worry but keep trying till we meet the desired target.
-For instance, recently I took part in a painting competition, I lost but shall keep trying till I win.
-Maybe I need more practice and exposure.
-I shall definitely succeed.Did you do anything wonderful my dear?
- Please do write.
Paragraph 3 With enquiries to all at home.Love to all youngsters.
Complimentary close
Signature

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